Eliminating the release of chemical carcinogens to the environment is the ultimate goal of Cancer Action NY. While we work to achieve this end, cancer can be prevented by educating the public in the avoidance of exposure to carcinogenic pollutants in our air, water and food.

People need to know the names of the carcinogenic substances and agents. People need to know where these chemicals and agents exist in the environment. People need to know how to avoid exposure. People need to know how to minimize or eliminate these carcinogenic substances and agents.